Sue Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSOO / suːEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: short form of Susan; Hebrew: lily
Historical & Cultural Background
Sue is often considered a diminutive of Susan, which has roots in Hebrew. The name became popular in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. It is primarily used as a feminine name but has occasionally been used for boys. The name evokes a sense of simplicity and warmth.
Trend Summary
The name Sue has seen a decline in popularity in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Susan
- Susie
International Variants
- Susi (German)
- Soo (Korean)
Famous people named Sue
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Fictional characters named Sue
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sue was first seen in the United States in 1917. Sue has ranked as high as #920 nationally, which occurred in 1943, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Sue has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sue (1996)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 11 |